Health Care List of suggested health care items to bring:
High UV sunscreen - although you can buy good sunscreens here they are relativelyexpensive
Vitamins and homeopathic remedies are expensive and not readily available
Specific medications - i.e. Genestra
Glasses/prescriptions
Certain women’s sanitary products and brands are available but you may wish to bring your own preferred items.
I haven’t found an eye doctor here yet. We get our eyes checked and purchase glasses in the US.
There is inconsistent information regarding purchase of the contraceptive pill. You can currently buy the pill over the counter in many pharmacies; however, there is concern that this may not continue to be the case for single women. It can be prescribed for ‘medical’ reasons i.e. acne, heavy, painful flow, etc. Therefore, it is recommended you bring into the country what you require. Be aware that certain medications are illegal – specifically those containing codeine. For specific medications that you bring with you, you should have a signed letter from your doctor at home stating the medication required.
NyQuil &Alka Seltzer Plus Cold Medicine – unavailable in Dubai
You can get contact solution & tampons very easily from many different stores.
Over the counter and prescription sleep medications are also not allowed or available for purchase so bring them but be advised they are illegal as far as I understand (I bring a bottle of Tylenol PM with me, of course at my own risk).
Doctors/Hospitals - coverage depends on the nature of the injury (how you were injured). There is a section in our insurance that outlines the activities that are not covered - see below for the "Hazardous/Professional Sports" section for more clarification. All work-related injuries will be covered (i.e. after school activities, Week Without Walls trip). If the clinic/hospital accepts our insurance, you will pay the first 50 dhs and then the rest is covered by the insurance. If you go to a hospital or clinic outside of the network you will need to pay upfront and then submit a claim form. If possible, be sure to communicate with the insurance provider before you go to a hospital/clinic that is outside of the network.
Welcare Hospital 04 282 7788 Medcare 04 407 9100
If you were taking part in any of the activities outlined in the "Hazardous/Professional Sports" section when you were injured, you will not be covered whatsoever. Talk to other teachers who have experienced this in order to determine the best course of action.
Great children’s doctor‐ Dr. Loubser at Infinity clinic‐04‐394‐8994 (On Al Wasl across from Park n Shop)
For a family doctor, I like Dr David Kirkpatrick, at the Al Zara Medical Centre on Sheikh Zayed Road. He is British/Kiwi. In my opinion he is never rushed to get to his next patient. Obviously his English is excellent.
Best OB/GYN: Dr. Paramajit Luthra – I”ve been with her 11 years. She’s at MedCare Hospital - 04 4079 255
Fantastic pediatrician: Dr. Kahn at Cooper Health on Al Wasl – 04 348 6344. Does not accept any insurance though, but some reimbursement is possible.
Natural health : Dubai Herbal: 04 335 1200
Child therapist: Dr. Reema 04 365 8578 based at Knowledge Village
The Infinity Clinic on Al Wasl (across from Park n Shop) has a fabulous pediatrician Dr.Loubser and an excellent female doctor Dr. Elderfield. The phone# is 04‐3948994
Dental - coverage depends on the level of insurance you receive. For North American hires it includes coverage up to 2,000 AED with 20% co-insurance (reimbursement only). This coverage is only good for routine dental examinations and cleanings for twice a year. Orthodontists are not covered and can be quite expensive.
Dr. Thomas in Dr. Michael’s Dental Clinic on Al Wasl Road, opposite the Post Office.This is the best place for surgical dental procedures as well.
Dr Ashee Rajabali BDS DPDS (Bris,UK), the Dental Centre, Al Razi Bldg, 4019, Block F, Dubai Healthcare City.
Dr Roland Cunyet, Dentist 7 Dental Practice, on Beach Road, Seven Dental Centre - Jumeirah 3 Beach Road - Dubai. Tel.: (971) 4 395 21 77 Mob. : (971) 50 398 907.Excellent. Less expensive than e.g. Dr Michaels. All equipment is state of the art; x‐rays are instantaneous and sent to a pc!
Eyes - Optometrists and opticians are available at many of the larger medical centers and most shopping malls have an optical shop with eye testing. London Eye Clinic now have branches in Dubai.
I have my children’s eyes checked every summer in the US. There aren’t REAL eye doctors in Dubai except at hospitals.
Eye doctor at American Hospital charges about 800 dh for a full exam with prescription if necessary.
Therapists - the school counselors at DAA have a readily available list of therapists for both children and families.
"Hazardous/Professional Sports" section of our insurance: All TREATMENT of injuries and sickness arising as a consequence of participation of INSURED PERSON in or training for any dangerous or hazardous sport, pastime or competition including but not limited to the following: •Motor Cycling apart from on roadways designed for motor traffic •Abseiling, Climbing and Mountaineering normally requiring the use of ropes and/or pitons •Horse riding, Polo and Steeple chasing •Racing of any kind other than on Foot •Martial arts of all kind •Diving involving the use of breathing apparatus •Bungee Jumping •Caving •Parachuting •Weight lifting •Water and ice sports
List of suggested health care items to bring:
There is inconsistent information regarding purchase of the contraceptive pill. You can currently buy the pill over the counter in many pharmacies;
however, there is concern that this may not continue to be the case for single women. It can be prescribed for ‘medical’ reasons i.e. acne, heavy, painful flow, etc. Therefore, it is recommended you bring into the country what you require. Be aware that certain medications are illegal – specifically those containing codeine. For specific medications that you bring with you, you should have a signed letter from your doctor at home stating the medication required.
- NyQuil & Alka Seltzer Plus Cold Medicine – unavailable in Dubai
- You can get contact solution & tampons very easily from many different stores.
- Over the counter and prescription sleep medications are also not allowed or available for purchase so bring them but be advised they are illegal as far as I understand (I bring a bottle of Tylenol PM with me, of course at my own risk).
Doctors/Hospitals - coverage depends on the nature of the injury (how you were injured). There is a section in our insurance that outlines the activities that are not covered - see below for the "Hazardous/Professional Sports" section for more clarification. All work-related injuries will be covered (i.e. after school activities, Week Without Walls trip). If the clinic/hospital accepts our insurance, you will pay the first 50 dhs and then the rest is covered by the insurance. If you go to a hospital or clinic outside of the network you will need to pay upfront and then submit a claim form. If possible, be sure to communicate with the insurance provider before you go to a hospital/clinic that is outside of the network.Welcare Hospital 04 282 7788
Medcare 04 407 9100
- If you were taking part in any of the activities outlined in the "Hazardous/Professional Sports" section when you were injured, you will not be covered whatsoever. Talk to other teachers who have experienced this in order to determine the best course of action.
- Great children’s doctor‐ Dr. Loubser at Infinity clinic‐04‐394‐8994 (On Al Wasl across from Park n Shop)
- For a family doctor, I like Dr David Kirkpatrick, at the Al Zara Medical Centre on Sheikh Zayed Road. He is British/Kiwi. In my opinion he is never rushed to get to his next patient. Obviously his English is excellent.
- Best OB/GYN: Dr. Paramajit Luthra – I”ve been with her 11 years. She’s at MedCare Hospital - 04 4079 255
- Fantastic pediatrician: Dr. Kahn at Cooper Health on Al Wasl – 04 348 6344. Does not accept any insurance though, but some reimbursement is possible.
- Natural health : Dubai Herbal: 04 335 1200
- Child therapist: Dr. Reema 04 365 8578 based at Knowledge Village
- The Infinity Clinic on Al Wasl (across from Park n Shop) has a fabulous pediatrician Dr.Loubser and an excellent female doctor Dr. Elderfield. The phone# is 04‐3948994
Dental - coverage depends on the level of insurance you receive. For North American hires it includes coverage up to 2,000 AED with 20% co-insurance (reimbursement only). This coverage is only good for routine dental examinations and cleanings for twice a year. Orthodontists are not covered and can be quite expensive.- Dr. Thomas in Dr. Michael’s Dental Clinic on Al Wasl Road, opposite the Post Office. This is the best place for surgical dental procedures as well.
- Dr Ashee Rajabali BDS DPDS (Bris,UK), the Dental Centre, Al Razi Bldg, 4019, Block F, Dubai Healthcare City.
- Dr Roland Cunyet, Dentist 7 Dental Practice, on Beach Road, Seven Dental Centre - Jumeirah 3 Beach Road - Dubai. Tel.: (971) 4 395 21 77 Mob. : (971) 50 398 907. Excellent. Less expensive than e.g. Dr Michaels. All equipment is state of the art; x‐rays are instantaneous and sent to a pc!
Eyes - Optometrists and opticians are available at many of the larger medical centers and most shopping malls have an optical shop with eye testing. London Eye Clinic now have branches in Dubai.- I have my children’s eyes checked every summer in the US. There aren’t REAL eye doctors in Dubai except at hospitals.
- Eye doctor at American Hospital charges about 800 dh for a full exam with prescription if necessary.
Therapists - the school counselors at DAA have a readily available list of therapists for both children and families."Hazardous/Professional Sports" section of our insurance:
All TREATMENT of injuries and sickness arising as a consequence of participation of INSURED PERSON in or training for any dangerous or hazardous sport, pastime or
competition including but not limited to the following:
• Motor Cycling apart from on roadways designed for motor traffic
• Abseiling, Climbing and Mountaineering normally requiring the use of ropes and/or pitons
• Horse riding, Polo and Steeple chasing
• Racing of any kind other than on Foot
• Martial arts of all kind
• Diving involving the use of breathing apparatus
• Bungee Jumping
• Caving
• Parachuting
• Weight lifting
• Water and ice sports
• Desert safari sports etc.